Robert Schmidt
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced police sergeant with expertise in sector deployment, desk operations, lockup procedures, and patrol supervision. Known for calm leadership, accurate incident reporting, and reliable public-safety support.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant 020 District
Chicago Police Department
Chicago, IL
11.2012 - 07.2025
- Managed sector units responding to radio assignments and addressing crime patterns, enhancing public safety.
- Managed daily watch operations, coordinating roll call training and arrestee processing to ensure readiness for daily assignments.
- Oversaw desk and lock-up operations, ensuring effective bail bonding and arrestee processing while maintaining accurate inventory.
Sergeant 011 District
Chicago Police Department
Chicago, Illinois
12.2003 - 11.2012
- Managed sector units responding to radio assignments and addressed crime patterns.
- Oversaw desk and lock-up operations, ensuring efficient bail bonding, arrestee processing, and inventory management.
- Led community engagement initiatives, collaborating with community members and police officers to identify problem areas and enhance quality of life.
- Managed daily watch operations, coordinating roll call training, arrestee processing, and preparation of daily watch assignments.
Sergeant Special Events & Liaison Section
Chicago Police Department
Chicago, IL
01.2010 - 05.2011
- Coordinated liaison efforts between the department and local, federal law enforcement agencies, and foreign consulates.
- Oversaw preparation of department orders for large-scale events including visiting heads of state, Chicago Marathon, and Taste of Chicago.
- Scheduled and assisted with implementing department overtime initiatives.
Police Officer
Chicago Police Department
Chicago , IL
01.1995 - 12.2003
- Responded to emergency calls, coordinating with dispatch to enhance scene safety and support emergency response efforts.
- Patrolled Chicago neighborhoods, ensuring community safety and adherence to department procedures.
- Investigated incidents and completed reports in Chicago Police Department records systems.
- Participated in training sessions to refine law enforcement techniques and stay current with best practices.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Sociology & Psychology
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Law enforcement
- Arrest management
- Incident reporting
- Crime scene management
- Sector management
- Sector deployment
- Administrative oversight
- Event coordination
- Patrol supervision
Accomplishments
- 2 Department Commendations, 2 Attendance Awards, various other awards including several Complimentary Letters.
Timeline
Sergeant 020 District
Chicago Police Department
11.2012 - 07.2025
Sergeant Special Events & Liaison Section
Chicago Police Department
01.2010 - 05.2011
Sergeant 011 District
Chicago Police Department
12.2003 - 11.2012
Police Officer
Chicago Police Department
01.1995 - 12.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Sociology & Psychology
Northeastern Illinois University